VSB PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

Certify your bicycle mechanics skills

For professionals who want to demonstrate what they can do. Compare certifications, check the requirements and understand the independent assessment process.

Certification assesses your competence; training is a separate process.

COMPARE CERTIFICATIONS

Choose according to your skills

Compare each scheme’s scope and requirements before applying. Read the full details for assessment evidence requirements.

Mechanics Level C

47,00 €

Mechanical systems and workshop method

Wheels, hubs, headsets, brakes, drivetrains, bottom brackets and cranks.

Requirements: Evidence of training or experience in bicycle mechanics.

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Mechanics Level B

87,00 €

Advanced systems and workshop management

Electronics, hydraulics, suspension, e-bikes, wheels, bike fitting and management.

Requirements: Training or experience with a technical foundation equivalent to Level A.

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Wheel specialisation

75,00 €

Wheel building and verification

Measurement, spoke calculation, lacing, assembly and functional checks.

Requirements: Evidence of training or experience in mechanics and wheel work.

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Amounts reflect the current catalogue. Review the payment summary and confirm your certification’s format, duration, validity and conditions with VSB.

PERSON CERTIFICATION

Independent assessment of professional competence

Person certification determines whether a professional meets the knowledge, skills and performance criteria established for a defined scope.

The process does not replace training or professional experience: it verifies them through previously defined assessment methods.

Each decision is based on objective evidence, documented criteria and an independent review of the assessment result.

Defined schemes

Each scheme establishes the scope, tasks, competences, entry requirements and applicable criteria for a professional category.

Evidence-based assessment

Requirements are verified through an examination, practical test, document review or other methods established in the scheme.

Validity and maintenance

Certification has a defined validity period and, where applicable, includes monitoring and recertification requirements.

CERTIFICATION PROCESS

A documented, traceable and impartial procedure

Certification activities follow defined rules applied consistently. Each phase produces the records needed to support and trace the decision.

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    Requirements review

    Review the scope, prior requirements, documentation, fees, terms of use and applicable deadlines.

  2. 02

    Application submission

    Formalise the application and provide the evidence required to verify access to the process.

  3. 03

    Competence assessment

    Apply the defined methods to obtain valid, reliable and sufficient evidence.

  4. 04

    Review and decision

    Review the results and make a decision independent from the assessment activity.

  5. 05

    Issuing and registration

    Issue the certificate and, where applicable, add it to the public register of certified persons.

  6. 06

    Monitoring and recertification

    Apply the established requirements to confirm that competence is maintained.

SYSTEM ASSURANCES

Technical rigour, independence and responsibility

Reliable certification depends on the integrity of its assessment, review and decision-making processes.

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Managed impartiality

Risks that could affect the objectivity of activities and decisions are identified and treated.

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Competent personnel

People involved in assessment, review and decision-making have the required competences.

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Valid and consistent assessments

Methods, content and criteria are linked to the competence requirements of each scheme.

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Confidentiality and data protection

Information is handled with the appropriate confidentiality and data protection measures.

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Transparency

Essential information about scope, requirements, process, validity and complaints is published.

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Complaints and appeals

A visible, impartial procedure is available to anyone who uses it without prejudice.

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VALUE FOR THE SECTOR

A shared reference for professionals and organisations

Professionals

Demonstrate competence through an independent process and maintain a verifiable professional record.

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Companies and workshops

Identify professionals with assessed competences, strengthen service quality and integrate certification into talent development.

The cycling sector

Establish a shared language for performance and competence, make good practice easier to identify and contribute to market confidence.

RESOURCES AND TRANSPARENCY

Documented information for an informed decision

Applicable documentation should be current, dated, versioned and available before an application is submitted.

Current certifications and schemes

Information for each scheme is published before its call opens.

Requirements, fees and calls

The relevant documentation can be requested through the contact form.

Rules, code of conduct and impartiality

Applicable documentation is provided to interested people and organisations.

Register of certified persons

View the register of certified persons.

Complaints and appeals

Review the complaints and appeals procedure.

INFORMATION AND APPLICATIONS

Start a certification process with complete information

Review the available schemes, check the applicable requirements and submit an application for an initial scope review.

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